A Redditor sought recommendations for quick yet impressive meals that require minimal effort but still feel satisfying enough to serve guests [294↑].

One user suggested a simple yet delicious ciabatta roll filled with sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, arugula, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, emphasizing the minimal prep required [394↑]. Another added, why not enhance it with fresh basil [104↑].

Other suggestions included risotto, noted for its perceived fanciness despite requiring only basic stirring skills [156↑].

Additionally, one Reddit user mentioned eggroll in a bowl by sautéing cooked ground beef or pork with coleslaw mix and soy sauce as a quick and tasty option [148↑].

A Redditor shared their frustration with cooking, expressing that even when following recipes, the results are often disappointing [235↑]. They were seeking motivation from others who might have had similar experiences.

One user suggested keeping it simple and using YouTube videos as a guide [211↑]. Someone else mentioned that everyone starts out terrible, emphasizing the importance of learning and practice [111↑].

Another commenter shared that they usually add more seasonings than recipes suggest, especially older ones [51↑].

However, another user jokingly disagreed about everyone starting out terrible and shared story of cooking Beef Wellington perfectly at young age [112↑].